About this property
This family-run guest house is set on the island of Heimaey in the Westman Islands archipelago. It offers free Wi-Fi. Herjolfur Ferry Terminal is 250 metres away. Tea/coffee facilities and a TV are featured in each classically decorated room at Guesthouse Hamar. All have a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Facilities at Hamar Guesthouse include a terrace and vending machine with soft drinks. Vestmannaeyja Golf Club is 5 minutes’ walk away. Heimaey-bound ferries depart from Thorlakshofn, which is 53 km from Reykjavik, or from Landeyjahofn, which is 30 km from Hvolfsvollur. Several hiking paths are found on the 13 km² island.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Einar
Iceland“Perfectly located, super friendly staff and delicious breakfast!” - Bertinn Iceland“Nice overall guesthouse. Large room, comy beds. Relaxed and quiet. Breakfast pretty decent.”
- Vera Iceland“The guesthouse is in a great location in town. The room was spacious, the bed comfortable, and the bathroom seemed newly renovated. Self-check-in (and out) was smooth and easy.”
- Erna Iceland“Very clean and staff nice and helpful. Breakfast was good, variety of bread and fruits, also had oatmeal and drinks.”
- Avery
Ireland“I stayed at the guesthouse with my son, we had a special request for the room due to health issues, and the guesthouse met our request. The location is super, very central. The rooms are big, clean and really comfortable. Definitely staying there...” - Richard
Canada“Excellent location near ferry dock. Shopping and restaurants nearby. Good base if you have a car.” - John
United Kingdom“Very central and parking out front. We had a spacious room and bathroom with a good shower. Bed was comfortable and WiFi strong. Nice breakfast and staff were helpful and friendly.” - Shireen
Italy“we loved the view of the 2 volcanos from our room. clean and large. good breakfast and super kind staff” 
Ornolfur Iceland“Very good location, in town centre. Nice and comfortable room, good bed and dark curtains which is essential in a bright summer nights.”- Roxanne
Australia“Good location, decorated with historical pictures of the island which was a nice touch as a tourist. Comfortable and shower had good water pressure”
Quality rating
Hosted by Svava og Stefán
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Although all rates are quoted in EUR, please note that charges will be made in ISK according to the exchange rate on the day that the charge is made.
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Guesthouse Hamar in advance.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
